1997 Kia Retona vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 1378 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Chante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
