1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 19 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 1400 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1996 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | President |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4494 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
