1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 32 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1187 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
