1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Corona (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 1962 Toyota Corona (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 997 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
