1971 Ford Capri vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 572 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
