1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 755 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
