1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1976 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, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1108 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
