1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (85 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1091 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
