1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1983 Mercedes-Benz S and 1983 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |