1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
