1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 865 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3311 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
