1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 808 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 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
