2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1298 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
