1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 312 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
