1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 600 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 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Chante | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Chante | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1770 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |