1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 998 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 230 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2299 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
