1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 156 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Laurel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |