1978 Buick Century vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 940 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | Chante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |