1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1976 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2778 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
