1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 698 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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2614 mm |
