1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 26 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 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1010 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | V70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2318 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
