1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
