1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2241 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Chante 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model Chante Silverado
Year Released 1975 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 5999 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 492 kg 2733 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 5860 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3650 mm