1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
