1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1225 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
