1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 76 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Ponton | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |