1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1974 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Chante | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Chante | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2981 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |