1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue is newer by 25 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 2,597 cc, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue weights approximately 1050 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue (181 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | Version Longue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
