1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 959 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 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
