1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1350 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 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Chante | T700 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
