1975 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 433 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Chante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
