1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
