1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 20 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1589 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
