1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1709 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
