1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1018 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
