1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 35 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1064 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
