1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 933 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
