1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1223 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | GTO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6548 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
