2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1976 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
