2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
