1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 602 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 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 405 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1580 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
