1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 33 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1136 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
