1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 960 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 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
