1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 1127 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 560 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5547 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
