1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 619 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Chante | Neon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
