2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
