1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 12 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 528 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 480 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1719 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
