1998 Honda CRX vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 566 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
