1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 448 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
