1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 392 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 818 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
