1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 21 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 929 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
