1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2350 mm |
