1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 830 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chante | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
