1981 Buick Electra vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 4 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 1202 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 359 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 | 1692 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
