1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 540 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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
