1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 930 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
