1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 23 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 708 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, 1998 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1698 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
