1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 1090 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Baja |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
