1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1991 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 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 380 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
