1981 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 6 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 833 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 492 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 |
