2000 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 634 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
