1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 780 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2383 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
