1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 790 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
