1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1070 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Armada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5552 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
