2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
