1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 29 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1008 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Touran |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
