1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 and 1986 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |
