1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1250 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2210 mm |
