1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Chante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
