1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
