1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 33 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1260 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chante | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2201 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
