1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 1073 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranchero | Chante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
