1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1263 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 SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | SL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3722 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
