1986 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 590 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Chante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
