1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 23 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 725 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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chante | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2190 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
