1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2237 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3386 mm |
