1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 865 kg more than 1974 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 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | Chante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 |
