1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 21 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SL weights approximately 565 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, 1998 Saturn SL (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Chante | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
