1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1438 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
