1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1975 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 492 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 |
