1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 735 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 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Mazda Chante 1996 Skoda Octavia
Make Mazda Skoda
Model Chante Octavia
Year Released 1977 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 1894 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2520 mm


 

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