1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 358 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 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
