1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 22 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton 400 weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Chante | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
