2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B4000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
