1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 810 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
