1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Chante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
