1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 995 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Chante | Esperante |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4589 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |