1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 810 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
