1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 33 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1913 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4920 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
