1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 423 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3837 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |