1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 17 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 600 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Chante | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Chante | 460 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1720 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |