1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 250 | Presea |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |