1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | ML |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2916 mm |
