1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 855 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, 1989 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1969 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
