2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 935 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
