1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 316 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 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Chante | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1301 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2160 mm |
