1981 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 785 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
