1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 34 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 1047 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Chante | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1685 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
