2005 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 1092 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
