1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | APV | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
