1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
