1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 190 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
