2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1404 kg more than 1974 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
