1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 840 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
