1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 1465 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Chante | S5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
