1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 31 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1470 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2945 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
