1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 356 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, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1254 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
