1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 309 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1118 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
