1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 839 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 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Livina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
