2008 Acura RDX vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 34 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 960 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RDX | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
