1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 26 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), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 928 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
