1987 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
