2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
