1993 Ford Contour vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 18 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 821 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | Chante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
