1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 854 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Chante | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |