2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1970 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 S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2290 mm |
