2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 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 Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cobalt | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
