2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carol | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
