1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 39 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1665 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Chante | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
