1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1985 Nissan Santana is newer by 44 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana 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 376 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana 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 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 230 | Santana |
Year Released | 1941 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2560 mm |