1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1585 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
