1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 66 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 2007 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Tiida 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 | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |
