1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | SLK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 5 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2431 mm |
