1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1984 Saab 90 is newer by 7 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 90 weights approximately 620 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, 1984 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 90 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
