1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1571 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2888 mm |
