1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1120 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5735 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
