1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1255 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Chante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
