1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1594 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Routan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3078 mm |
