1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 1125 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
