1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 420 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |