1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1170 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 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Chante | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Chante | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2188 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |