1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1622 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | Chante | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3020 mm |
