1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 116 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 958 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
