2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 476 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
