1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 32 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1598 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | Viano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
