2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 216 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
