2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Laurel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |