1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1263 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
