1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 14 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 855 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Chante | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Chante | 21 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2068 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |