1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 38 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 945 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chante | B |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1990 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |