1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1035 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Previa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2359 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
