1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 1985 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Micra, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Micra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |