1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 1986 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 688 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 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
