1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1817 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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
