1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 705 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 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
