1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |