1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
