1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 3265 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | Chante | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |
