1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 13 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 415 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, 1990 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
