1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | P5B |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3527 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
