1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 29 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1245 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
