1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 250 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |