1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1977 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Chante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
