1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 660 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Chante | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2189 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |