1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 18 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 958 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Chante | 850 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2319 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |