1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1865 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2980 mm |
