2007 Acura RL vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 34 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 1085 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RL | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
