1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 790 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Chante | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |