1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 760 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 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
