1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 890 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3294 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
