1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1060 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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2183 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
