1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1412 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 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Chante | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
