1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1986 Nissan Prairie is newer by 14 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 485 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, 1986 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1485 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
