1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1000 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
