1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 655 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Capri |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
