1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 368 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
