1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1095 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
