1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 20 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1085 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2975 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
