1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 530 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, 1991 Rover 400 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1395 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
