2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 825 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
