1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
