2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 121 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
