2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
