2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1973 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
