1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
