1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1142 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
