1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 882 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Chante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
