1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 470 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
