1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sunny | Vito |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |