1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 680 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2474 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1170 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 |
