1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 40 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1542 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
