1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 103 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-01 | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |