1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laputa | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
