1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 826 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
