1980 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Chante |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |