1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 30 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 5020 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2462 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3580 mm |
