1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1058 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Chante | Forester |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2616 mm |