1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 33 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1245 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Chante | Vue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3490 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
