1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Mirada | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
