1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Chante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
