1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 15 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 924 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3135 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
