1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 763 kg more than 1975 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | Luce |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
