1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 910 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Chante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
