1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1980 Porsche 924 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 689 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 924 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
