2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1291 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
