2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1973 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2210 mm |
