1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 971 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
