2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1977 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
