1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 921 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
