1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 966 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | C30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
