1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 15 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1590 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Chante | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chante | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4973 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |