1987 Lada Samara vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 12 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 408 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, 1987 Lada Samara (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | Chante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
