1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 33 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 1150 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, 2009 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
