1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Pickup |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |