2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
