1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 395 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, 1982 Renault 11 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 11 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
