1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 284 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Quest |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |