1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 21 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 1070 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2954 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
