1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2036 kg more than 1974 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3023 mm |
