2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 1174 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | TE-50 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
