1987 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 990 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Chante |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |