1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 11 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 1046 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2969 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
