2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
