1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1020 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
