1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 260 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
