1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3499 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
