1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 892 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
