1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 25 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 888 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Solara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2164 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
