1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 10 (43 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 10 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1108 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
