1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chante | SS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
