2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 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 Weight | 1550 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
