1988 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
