1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 628 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
