1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 280 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2778 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
