1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
