1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 693 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, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
