1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
