1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 822 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 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 944 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2990 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
