2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 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 SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
