1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 880 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
