1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 563 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
