1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 32 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 952 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Versa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
