2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 703 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ridgeline | 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 | 335 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
