1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 490 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
