1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 192 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 170 V | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
