1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 32 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1595 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | Viano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
