1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
