1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | Chante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
