1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2900 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2416 mm |
