1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X

To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 1038 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 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Chante 2006 Saab 9-7X
Make Mazda Saab
Model Chante 9-7X
Year Released 1975 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 5326 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Vehicle Weight 492 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2880 mm