1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
