1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 714 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 407 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
