1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 946 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2712 mm |
