1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
