1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Saab 99 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 690 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, 1975 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 99 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
