1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1023 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
