1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 23 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 328 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, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
