1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 21 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 738 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
