1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 and 1991 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 190 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |