2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | B | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
