2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2201 kg more than 1973 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 Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
