1980 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1980 Mercedes-Benz S and 1980 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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 S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
