1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 420 | Crew |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |