2000 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1170 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
