2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX.
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 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
