1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 30 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1964 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Chante 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Chante GL
Year Released 1976 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 358 cc 2987 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 2454 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3080 mm


 

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