1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 466 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
