1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 512 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
