1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 635 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 Polo (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
