2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 34 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1238 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
