1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 638 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2471 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
