2004 Buick Century vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 30 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 1030 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
