1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 708 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
