2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laputa | Gol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
