1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 37 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 734 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Chante | Touran |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |