1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 998 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
