1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
