1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 588 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2199 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
