1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
