1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 500 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Chante | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
