1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 932 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
