1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
