2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
