2008 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 872 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
