1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 628 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1789 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
