1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 1029 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, 2010 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Chante | Carens |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
