1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 4 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 598 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
