1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 670 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1974 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
