1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 735 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
