1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 13 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 828 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chante | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
