1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 760 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sunny | SLK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1793 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2431 mm |
