1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 25 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 565 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1387 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
