1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 206 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Chante | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
