1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1018 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
