1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 540 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
