1995 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
