1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1245 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 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
