1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 618 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Chante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
