1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 864 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
