2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1858 kg more than 1975 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 F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
