1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 1994 Renault Espace is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 960 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, 1994 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
