1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 7 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 358 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, 1982 Renault 9 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
