1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1068 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3240 mm |
