1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 613 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 Golf (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
