1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1093 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | Chante |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |