1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 250 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
