1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
