1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 840 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 Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Touran |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
