1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |