1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 274 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 170 V | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
