1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 639 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3470 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
