2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 32 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1710 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
