1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 680 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2237 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
