2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1732 kg more than 1976 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 Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |
