1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 32 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 4,921 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 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 746 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4921 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 | 490 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
