1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 206 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 111 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
