1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 639 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
