1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 803 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 Renault Megane (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
