1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 27 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 758 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, 2002 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1978 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
