1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 573 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Chante | Equator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3954 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3560 mm |
