1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Titan.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
