1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 805 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | P6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
