1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Kia Optima

To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 960 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Mazda Chante 2010 Kia Optima
Make Mazda Kia
Model Chante Optima
Year Released 1977 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 2400 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4801 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2720 mm


 

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