1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 470 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, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
