1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 549 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 360 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
