1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 878 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 406 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
