1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 917 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 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Chante | Compass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
