1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 30 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 1090 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Chante | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3210 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
