1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1812 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
