1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1583 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3244 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2980 mm |
