1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Corsa weights approximately 280 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, 1987 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
