1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1210 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2835 mm |
