2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 476 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2210 mm |
