1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 600 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 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 216 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
