1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Chante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
