2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Premacy | Santana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
