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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 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 750 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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 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 | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |