1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 22 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1226 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2446 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
