1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 994 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 Passat (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Chante | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1400 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2712 mm |