1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 1046 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Reatta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
