1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 607 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 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 260 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
