1988 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 1085 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 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 |
