1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 190 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
