1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
