1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 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), 1990 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 440 weights approximately 540 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, 1990 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
