1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 933 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2211 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
