1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Meteor weights approximately 395 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 Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Chante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
