1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 804 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
