1965 Holden EH vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 695 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | Chante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
