1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 23 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1260 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
