1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 794 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
