1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 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 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1306 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
