2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1541 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
