1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 938 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
