1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 16 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 735 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Chante | Colt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1834 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
