1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1214 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2838 mm |
