1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 7 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 380 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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
