1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 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), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1344 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2868 mm |
