1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 25 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 785 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
