2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 33 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 1260 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, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | XG 350 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
