1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 35 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1310 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Chante | TL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
