1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 21 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 748 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chante | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2190 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
