1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
