1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1331 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2868 mm |
