1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
