1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 848 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
