1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 670 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Chante | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1897 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
