1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1310 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Chante | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2425 mm |
