1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
