1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 200 | Quest |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |