1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 9 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 608 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2471 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
