2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Cedric |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |