1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1140 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3310 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
