1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 19 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 728 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1761 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
