1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 630 kg more than 1977 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
