1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 772 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
