1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1375 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Chante | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
