1980 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 403 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
