1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 36 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 808 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1404 mm |
