1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 36 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chante | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
