1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1536 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Chante | Flex |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2995 mm |