1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1293 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
