1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1046 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3135 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
