1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1020 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
