1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
