1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
