1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 230 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1941 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |