1988 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
