1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
