1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1519 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Chante | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
