1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cedric | SL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
