1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 25 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 812 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Altima |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2389 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
