1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1184 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Chante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
