2005 Ford GT vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT 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 GT (678 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
