2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1056 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
