1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1113 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2957 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
