2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 910 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
