1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 36 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1400 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | CLS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4663 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2875 mm |
