1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
