1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
