1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 1020 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Serena |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2283 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
