1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 913 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 996 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3594 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
