1954 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1228 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 492 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
