1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-01 | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |