1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 882 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 940 (157 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 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 940 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 940 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
