1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 31 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 692 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Note |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
