1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 12 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 738 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chante | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2843 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
