1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1363 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 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2210 mm |
