1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1395 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Chante | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4606 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
