1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1987 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Golf (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 340 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, 1987 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
