2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2000 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
