1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 533 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Chante | 440 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1721 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |