1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 22 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 605 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
