1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 770 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
