1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 1180 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | 88 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5320 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
