1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 2186 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | NV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 261 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 | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3711 mm |
