1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 1075 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | E-Type | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
