1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 930 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
