2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 29 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), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1287 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
