1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 829 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Chante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
