1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 1180 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Chante | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2911 mm |
