1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 685 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 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2164 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
