2006 Ford Escape vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 490 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 |
