1993 Ford Orion vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 528 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 Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | Chante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
