1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 15 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 615 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, 1992 Renault 19 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 19 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
