1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1978 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
