1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Starlet (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 290 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 Toyota Starlet (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
