1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 1044 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 75 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
