1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 12 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 300 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
