1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 428 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, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
