1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 865 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | Chante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
