1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1975 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mazda | Avanti |
| Model | Chante | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6568 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
