1992 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
