1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1982 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 280 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
