1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1805 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 Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
