1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2185 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Chante | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Chante | Expedition |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 5400 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3327 mm |