1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1976 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 Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
