1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
