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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 192 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 1160 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 (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 470 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 | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1650 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 |