1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 44 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
