1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | O4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
