1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 426 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 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 S (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
