1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 6 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Ballade weights approximately 293 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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1334 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
