1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 330 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
