2001 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
