1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 961 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | C30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
