2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 819 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
