1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 271 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cedric | SLS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
