1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry weights approximately 190 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Chante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
