1979 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | Chante |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |