1953 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 1175 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2210 mm |
