1968 Ford 17 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 630 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, 1968 Ford 17 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
