1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2960 mm |