1988 Lada Samara vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
