1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 910 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2651 mm |
