1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1695 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | ML |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |
