1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1055 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3954 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
