1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
