1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chante | SLK |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2295 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |