2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | President |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
