1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1330 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Chante | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chante | SL |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 5439 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |