1991 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Nissan Presea | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Presea | Viano |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |