1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 840 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
