1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 12 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 570 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 440 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
