1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 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 | 1748 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
