1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 14 weights approximately 380 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, 1978 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1218 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
