2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 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 2,597 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 108 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 806 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
