2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Sunny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |