1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 585 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 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 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 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | 21 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
