1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 603 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | A |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1689 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
