1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 13 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 465 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
