2002 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 29 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 1480 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | Chante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
