1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 168 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 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 845 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
