1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1123 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Previa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2437 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
