1992 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
