1989 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 13 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 830 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
