1988 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | President |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
