1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 21 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 585 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
