1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 28 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 996 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3589 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
