1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, both 1975 Mercedes-Benz S and 1975 Nissan Cedric were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Cedric |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |