2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1960 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |
