1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 6 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 613 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
