1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2340 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
