1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1728 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
