1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 675 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 Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
