1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 550 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, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Chante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
