1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 29 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1240 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4292 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
