1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 948 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 240 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
