1994 Ford Contour vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 752 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | Chante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 490 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 |
