1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 592 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1699 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
