1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3665 mm |
