1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 660 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
