1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1342 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Chante | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2764 mm |
