1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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 538 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Chante | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 538 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
