1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 408 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2410 mm |