1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1560 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2799 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
