2008 Honda Element vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 688 kg more than 1975 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | Chante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |