1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 9 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 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 195 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
