1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1024 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 Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2728 mm |
