1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Manta weights approximately 440 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, 1973 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Manta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
