1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1865 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
