1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | CLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5438 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3090 mm |
