1995 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
