2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
