1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4089 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
