1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 313 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
