1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 Renault Espace is newer by 11 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 678 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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
