1978 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 542 kg more than 1976 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | Chante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
