2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 639 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
