1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 1148 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
