2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1422 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
