1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 18 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 535 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Chante | 460 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1783 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
