1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 853 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
