1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1849 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 F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3670 mm |
