1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1315 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK IX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
