1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1439 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Chante | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3052 mm |
