1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1100 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
