1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Nissan Presea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Presea. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
