1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
