2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 970 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
