2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 995 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
