1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1255 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2700 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
